Barn in Staffordshire Buxton, Staffordshire

Holiday Rental Description

Perfect for couples, small families, cyclists and walkers alike is this pretty barn which has been converted beautifully while still retaining its original character with views over Ecton Hill. There is a public footpath that passes through the large garden, and for cyclists the nearby Manifold trail is within 2 miles offering excellent off road cycling. Take a picnic to the famous Dovedale stepping stones within 8 miles. The busy market towns of Leek (8 miles) and Ashbourne (12 miles) offer an array of eateries and independent shops to explore, and Buxton with its famous opera house and stunning Georgian architecture. Pretty Bakewell and Matlock are within 12 miles and Alton Towers Theme Park is just 12 miles away. The barn offers a handy entrance porch to store coats and muddy boots, a welcoming kitchen with everything you need to rustle up a meal during your stay leading to the dining area with big double doors which can be opened in fair weather, providing a delightful spot to sit and relax. The lounge is the perfect place to retire to after a day hiking the hills, with plenty of comfortable seating and a cosy wood burner, ideal for the chillier months. Don t forget your bubble bath to enjoy a long soak in the downstairs bathroom after a day of exploring the area. Head upstairs to find two bedrooms and a handy separate WC. The cottage offers a large unique garden with a lovely space to sit and enjoy the summer sun on the patio outside the barn, also offering an area of mature trees that is home to lots of wildlife.